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A group for community college honor society members to connect with one another and share ideas on the best way to help get Senator Obama elected as our 44th President

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Road to Recovery was an excellent meeting

By freedom4u_n_me - Feb 7th, 2009 at 11:47 am EST

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Last night I hosted an economic stimulus meeting in West Peoria, IL. I received this email from one of the attendees and with his permission, I'd like to share it with you!He did a much better job summarizing than I could..........and he didn't even take notes! I have made comments throughout this blog adding other opinions that were brought up. Not all of us agreed 100% with every detail. But, unlike the Senate, I'm sure we could have come to a compromise quite easily!! LOL Along with the following info that Harry has shared, as high priorities we discussed community service, education funding and continuing to stay involved, letting our voices be heard and holding our elected officials accountable by sending emails, calling them and watching how they vote!Then spreading the word!
Harry, the author of most of this blog, has great ideas, some of which we'll be sharing with you through events on Obama in the Heart, Peoria, IL. I hope each of you will find something of interest that you would like to be a part of! "Hey All,     Your comments/criticisms/recommendations about the economic stimulus spending and tax cuts can be given at the toll free number 1-888-642-4264 or at whitehouse.gov under 'contact us'. (in my words: share your story, how has this affected you, your family and your community)
    14 people attended the house meeting at Gail and Rick Newton's home in West Peoria last night. Some of the recommendations discussed for changing the stimulus bill included:     Increase spending on solar panels and wind turbines to reduce dependency on the dwindling availability of foreign oil. The current plan to double spending on renewable energy is ridiculously small. The current total energy produced by wind and solar is about 3%, doubling it is about 6%. Raising renewables to 75-90% would make the U.S. energy independent, dramatically stimulate the economy with new jobs and the ability to export renewables. There would be proportionate cost savings, energy security, environmental benefits, reduction of greenhouse gases, climate stability, reduction of the likelihood of oil wars, and the improvement of life for future generations. (in my words: This is a great idea and Harry, the author of this blog, knows a lot about this!!)     Increase infrastructure spending and reduce tax cuts. Economist overwhelmingly agree. Currently 58% is allocated for infrastructure and 42% for tax cuts. It is estimated that for every $1 spent on tax cuts, $1.09 is circulated in the economy, for every $1 spent on infrastructure, $1.59 is circulated in the economy. Even a higher rate is circulated with funding for food stamps and extended unemployment benefits, which republicans want to cut. (in my words: This idea is not a unanimous idea. We would agree with more money for infrastructure but not reducing tax cuts because we feel that the tax cuts will help spur the economy from the bottom up!)     Reduce attempts to be bipartisan at the expense of making irrational, ineffective policy choices to appease entrenched republicans, who are still trying to promote 'trickle down economics' with more tax breaks for the corporations and the wealthy (in 2008 the wealthiest 5% became 7% wealthier while 75% of everyone else lost 7%)." (in my words: some of us disagree with the idea of being too bipartisan, mainly because we trust President Obama's judgement. The worry here, is that this will divide the team and cause needless delays.)
    Financial regulation, transparency, and accountability, which includes imprisonment and heavy fines for unethical misuse or fraudulent use of taxpayer bail out money for financial institutions or corporations." (in my words: most of us are not for imprisonment, but we would like to see more regulation and penalties in the way of reimbursing the government for the ghastly way that some of the corporations have spent their government assistance)     Retroactive financial accountability with fines, imprisonment, and repayment for those who have blatantly misused the first $350 billion in tax payer bail out money that was given to financial institutions and corporations before Obama took office. (in my words again:imprisonmnet is not something we take lightly, as a group, and we don't think that we need more laws and our constitution wouldn't allow this!) Harry" I look forward to being in touch with many of you in the next 4 years.We can make a difference
We can bring change to our communities, our government, our country Thank you all!
Gail/freedom4u_n_meObama in the Heart (please join if you haven't already) http://my.barackobama.com/page/group/ObamaintheHeartPeoriaIL

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Giving from the Heart continues

By freedom4u_n_me - Feb 3rd, 2009 at 8:55 pm EST

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Hello fellow Peorians and friends from all of central Illinois.

I wanted to update you on an event that I started a little over 3 weeks ago; Giving from the Heart

This is an ongoing event, every Sunday morning at 8:30am, we head downtown Peoria and take sack lunches, beverages and anything else someone without a place to live might need, ie. blankets, warm socks, warm clothing, any non-perishable food item that doesn't need cooked or opened with a can opener and doesn't require an eating utensil, and backpacks or tote bags.

This is a heartbreaking, yet heartwarming opportunity to do one little thing for those who don't have what we have.

This past Sunday was very special. Some of the people that I've been seeing are starting to talk to me. I even got 2 hugs. This meant a lot to me.

I hope you'll join us one of these Sundays.

There is also a need for this on Mon., Wed. and Thurs. evenings at 6pm. On those days, people who work, yet don't have a place to live, can't check in early enough to receive a dinner. Please let me know if you would be available and interested in helping on those evenings. gail.newtson@gmail.com

thanks to all of our wonderful President's supporters, we are making a difference one little step at a time.

Gail/Obama in the Heart, Peoria, IL/Illinois Chapter of Families for Obama and Phi Theta Kappa member 4 Obama.

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event; Giving from the Heart, a heart warming experience

By freedom4u_n_me - Jan 19th, 2009 at 10:58 am EST

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Yesterday, Sun. Jan. 18th, 5 Peorians, met downtown and searched for homeless and/or hungry people in our community. We handed out 35 sack lunches, 48 bottles of water and 3 bags of clothes to those in need. This was our service project for today's National Day of Service called for by our, soon to be, 1st Family.

We met 28 men, 5 women and 2 children in downtown Peoria. It was heartbreaking while it was heartwarming, as well. It was a small deed. But to see their smiles, and hear their words, is an experience that I will not forget, nor will my niece, age 19, and her boyfriend, age 23(who started this project over a year ago), my daughter, age 20 and my 'adopted' granddaughter, age 10. It was a family affair! I am thankful and proud of my family. I wonder where the families of those we met are.

We will continue to try to end hunger one little step at a time. Fellow Peorians, will you join us?

I know that many of you have or will be participating in a service project that is near and dear to your heart. Let me say to you, keep up the good work, don't slow down, continue to spread the word and the love to others. TOGETHER we can "be the change that we've been looking for."

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Let's stay in touch

By freedom4u_n_me - Jan 15th, 2009 at 3:47 pm EST

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To all of my friends on this website:

You have worked so hard, met so many other people with the same goals, became active in your communities and united around a common goal................and you did it!

Please find me and add me as a friend on any or all of these websites:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=651620712&ref=profile

http://www.change.org/profile/my_profile

Please add me as a friend so that we can stay in touch and continue being a part of this amazing change in America!

Gail

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Our time has come.............

By freedom4u_n_me - Jan 14th, 2009 at 12:44 pm EST

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Welcome to the 21st century!

Our time has come!

I feel that we will, finally, be moving America into the 21st century when President-elect Obama is sworn in!

I will be watching the inauguration on CNN from my television. If you have a facebook account you can join others watching CNN here:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/event.php?eid=56799103571

Congratulations to all of you who will be there in person! Enjoy, and please share your stories and photos with the group! We would all appreciate it!

As you may know, Mon. Jan. 19th is a national day of service, as well as Martin Luther King, Jr. day. Those of us who are busy on Mon. will be participating on Sat. and/or Sun.

In Peoria, on Sun., the 18th, at 8am., some of us will be going downtown, taking food, clothes, blankets, etc. for the homeless. You can sign up to join us here:

http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gpt87m

Hope, Pride, Honor, Justice: just a few adjectives that describe America's new course, to me.

What adjective would you use?

Happy New Year

Happy New Day: January 20, 2009!

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Florida 4 Obama

By freedom4u_n_me - Dec 5th, 2008 at 11:30 am EST

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I just wanted to let all of you know that I'm in Florida for the winter!

I'll be involved here (looking for fellow supporters in the Daytona Beach area!) and I'll see you in the spring!

I know all of you will keep up the great work that you do and volunteer in your community this holiday season!

Gail/freedom4u_n_me

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Say "I Will"

By freedom4u_n_me - Nov 10th, 2008 at 2:24 pm EST

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It is time to revel in the moment; to reflect on the history that has been made this Nov., to ponder 'our future' and to look forward to the change that President elect Obama will bring to 'us', our country and the world!

It's not over, though. This is the beginning!

I welcome you to the 21st century (we've finally gotten there!)!

Be ready, stay involved. 'Our journey through all the months of this campaign has challenged all of us. It has made us think about what 'we' can do when we work together. Our voices being heard in America and around the world has brought us to this new America!

President elect Obama has made me so proud of him, of 'us' and of our country again! Yet, he can't do it alone! Who will be there to help in our communities, our states, our country when he asks?

WE WILL! YES WE CAN! YES WE WILL bring change to America!

I look forward to working with all of you again soon!

WILL YOU SAY: I WILL?

Gail/Obama in the Heart

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Kids for Obama

By freedom4u_n_me - Oct 31st, 2008 at 12:53 am EDT

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This campaign has been so exciting! I am so proud of everyone and all the work they have done! I'm especially proud of the young people and kids who are paying such close attention to this historic election and doing whatever they can to make Senator Obama our next President! I'd like to share a few short stories about some of the kids in my life that are making a difference!

My grandson turned 2 yrs old today! He doesn't talk much yet, but he says Hi, Momma, Dadda and Bama! He's been saying Bama longer than Hi! My daughter, his Mom, has an Obama calendar hanging on the wall, so, when he sees Barack on TV, he gets so excited saying "Bama" and pointing to the TV and then the calendar!

My granddaughters watch everything they can about the Senator! Then they call me, "Grandma, did you see Obama on TV?" Then they tell me what they liked about his speech or interview and ask me if I liked it. They talk to their friends, too, and if they don't support Barack, they talk to them about it and then call and tell me all about what they said to convince them that Barack is the best candidate!

My 10 yr old cousin is very convincing with her friends and their families. If they don't support Barack she says, "Do your parents make more than $250,000 a year?" Not too many say yes, but if they do she still tries to convince them to vote for Barack or tell their parents to!

My daughters attend rallies, talk to everyone they know about Barack and have done some canvassing and voter registrations!

I'd love to hear stories about your Obama Kids!

Gail/Obama in the Heart

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McCain and Palin putting country 1st

By freedom4u_n_me - Oct 21st, 2008 at 3:20 am EDT

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It both saddens me and disgusts me that these 2 are using so much anger, fear, hate and lies to divide us at a time when understanding, honesty, unity and courage are what we need. That is what would be best for our country! So, I'm asking them to follow their own 'slogan' and put our country 1st for a change!!

Not to mention the RNC and their robocalls! Unethical and unacceptable!

What would you ask them to do to show us that they are putting 'country 1st'?

looking forward to hearing from you!

Gail/Obama in the Heart, Peoria, IL

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August Blog for Peace

By freedom4u_n_me - Aug 1st, 2008 at 1:13 am EDT

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Why did we invade Iraq? for their oil? a personal vendetta? for the rich to get richer?

or all of the above

What really happened on 9/11? did our government investigate this properly? did they tell us the truth? we know, that for some reason, it led our President to Iraq. Why?

William Rodriguez, the last man out (alive), of the towers says: "Seconds after the first massive explosion below in the basement still rattled the floor, I hear another explosion from way above," said Rodriguez.

BELOW IN ThE BASEMENT? are the questions how and why coming to your mind?

What do others say about William Rodriguez?

"......He witnessed the explosions in the basements. He witnessed a vast number of other explosions in the buildings. He saved dozens of people. He was the last person out of the Towers........." American Scholars Symposium, June 25, 2006

Check out this video:

http://www.jonhs.net/911/william_rodriguez.htm

"You may say that I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will be as one

Imagine no possessions
I wonder if you can
No need for greed or hunger
A brotherhood of man
Imagine all the people
Sharing all the world "

John Lennon

Let us re-open the investigation into 9/11; let the guilty be punished

Peace, impeach and charge: http://www.911forthetruth.com/

Gail/freedom4u_n_me

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Obama in the heart platform meeting... huge success

By freedom4u_n_me - Jul 21st, 2008 at 4:32 pm EDT

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Yesterday, on the 2nd day of this amazing process, 15 people met in West Peoria, IL. We were from Springfield, Congerville, East Peoria, Mapleton, Glasford, Peoria and Africa. Most of us have never, ever been involved in a camapaign before!

As the host, I would like to thank each and every one for the yummy food (we had a potluck), for the help and mostly for being citizens who care about our country, who are willing to take the time and energy needed to insure that Barack Obama is our next President and that his call for change is set into motion from the bottum up!

Was it inspiring? You betcha! We debated, discussed and voted for our top 3 concerns and our ideas for their solutions. Everyone showed respect for one another, a true concern for our fellow citiens and our shared struggles, as well as compassion for people around the world.

Our hopes for our country; Peace, diplomacy, regaining respect for America, going green and healthcare for everyone!

Gail/Obama in the heart Peoria, IL

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And so we begin....Change in America

By freedom4u_n_me - Jul 20th, 2008 at 2:59 am EDT

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A new chapter in our American saga..........

Yesterday, July 19th 2008, was the 1st day that the campaign asked us to begin writing 'our own platform', 'our own destiny' and the destiny of 'our country'.

For the next two weeks, men and women, young and old, rich and poor of all races and religions will be gathering in cities across the country to bring their heartfelt ideals for democracy to the table.

I want to take this time to congratulate all of you who will be participating in this great opportunity.

We are one America! We have more in common than we knew. Let us begin, anew, our journey together with respect and understanding for all! Let us make this country greater than it has ever been!

YES WE CAN!

Thank you Barack!

Gail

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Have a happy and safe 4th!

By Dena - Jul 1st, 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

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As a child, many years ago, I couldn't wait to turn 18 in order to gain some independence from my parents. At 18, I then thought the magical age of 21 would finally announce to the world that I was officially "grown." It wasn't until many years later that I realized that being "grown" didn't come with a number attached to it. To me being "grown" means to be self supportive, to be able to make informed decisions for myself and to be held accountable for my own actions. In short, to me, being "grown" means to be able to stand on my own two feet. Even though this 4th of July we will be celebrating 232 years of independence from Great Britain our country is still not quite "grown" but under the leadership of Barack Obama I feel we will definately be headed in the right direction. It is common knowledge that the leg muscles of a baby need to be strenghthened before it can stand and walk on it's own. Barack Obama's insightful plans for the future of this country is exactly what we need to strenghthen the legs of this nation. We've been crawling around long enough! With a common goal and a little hard work we can make this country the wonderful, strong, independent entity it is intended to be. Stand up America! I know you can do it!

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McCain didn't LOVE this Country until he became an adult

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 23rd, 2008 at 9:27 pm EDT

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McCain said he didn't love this country until he became an adult. Specifically he said he did not love America until he was deprived of her company as a p.o.w. So why did Michelle Obama get all the scrutiny about not being REALLY proud? Seems like the only one talking about McCain's lack of love for America is Dan Abrahams on Verdict (MSNBC).

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Join me in a prayer for Tim Russert

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 13th, 2008 at 3:43 pm EDT

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Tim Russert was one of the best media people ever. Please join me in a prayer for him and his family. ...for his salvation and his family's comfort during this painful time.

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OH MY GOD TIM RUSSERT DIED

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 13th, 2008 at 3:40 pm EDT

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OH MY GOD ...

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I Hope Hillary Comes Back From Vacation Soon ...

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 13th, 2008 at 2:29 pm EDT

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I hope Hillary comes back from vacation soon and starts to stump for Obama so that she can confront some of the criticism that only she can address effectively. Specifically ... McCain's strategy is to use the primary contest as a wedge between Hillary supporters and Obama. Today on MSNBC a representative from the RNC said some negative things about Obama, then he said "Don't take my word for it, take Hillary's word for it." The other day I saw an ad that ran an excerpt of Hillary saying "John McCain is ready to be commander in chief, I am ready to be commander in chief and Senator Obama has a speech."

I think the only way to effectively address this type of campaigning is to have Hillary come out and address it.

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Uneasy Feeling ... What do you think?

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 11th, 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

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Tonight on the Chris Matthews Show and on Countdown they said that Barack Obama trades emails with actress Scarlett Johansson who has also taken time off of her career to stump for Obama. The media is trying to make a big deal that Obama and Scarlett trade emails ... I got an uneasy feeling when I heard this and a flashback to Bill Clinton and gossip about him womanizing. Scarlett Johansson is an attractive woman, but I believe Obama is a man of great integrity ... still I wish he is cautious about sending personal emails especially to attractive women ... because this will just give the media something else to blow out of proportion ... especially if they get a hold to the emails and something gets distorted or misconstrued ...what do you think? Am I being overly cautious?

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Hello Senator Clinton Supporters in IL (and every where else!)

By freedom4u_n_me - Jun 8th, 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

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Welcome to our journey!

I'm an Illinois woman, 5o yrs. 'young' who's never been involved in a political campaign before! Yet, I have been so inspired by Senator Obama from his run for the IL senate to his speech in Springfield last year, when he announced his run for the Presidency, that I am involved, now.

I have 2 IL groups that I would like to invite you to join: Illinois Chapter of Families for Obama and Obama in the Heart, Peoria, IL. Please feel free to post blogs, share ideas and post your own events! I look forward to hearing your ideas and experiences in your journey with Senator Clinton. She and 'you' have run an excellent campaign. Thank you for joining with us, now!

We all share common hopes for our country! So, let us join together and stand proud for 'our' America and the day that 'our' voices will be heard again!

Gail/freedom4u_n_me

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Unity must be two-way.

By Dee - Looking forward to a brighter day - Jun 6th, 2008 at 3:17 pm EDT

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In order for unity to work it must be two-way. Yesterday I went to the Hillary site and posted an invitation to click on the link to my "Each One Reach One (Hillary Supporter)" event http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/44hl and invited them to contact me on the Obama web site. But, the post was not displayed, yet the Hillary web-site moderator allows Obama and Obama-supporter bashing. The moderator also allows links to external websites that bash Obama to be posted on Hillary's site.

I am patient and understand the pain of their candidates loss, because I would be feeling the same pain if the roles were reversed, but I think that in order for unity to happen, it must be two way. If Obama supporters go over to the Hillary web site and try to extend an Olive branch, it might be helpful to unity if Hillary's site moderator approves the post, so that the Hillary supporters can see it.

Just my humble opinion.

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